Nitrogen Problems: Are you Using More Nitrogen Than You Need?

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You’re probably applying too much nitrogen. It’s not your fault, you -- along with most of America’s farmers — have been conditioned to do so. More “N” means more corn, so crank up the “N!” This over- application of Nitrogen is about to come to a halt as nutrient management plans are likely part of future farm legislation. With that in mind, why not cut the curve and start reducing your nitrogen spend now? In this episode Temple Rhodes shares practices he’s employed to reduce “N.” Temple shares results from his three year trial using Source from SoundAg that’s allowed him to reduce nitrogen application while enhancing (rather than degrading) his soil biology.

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Nitrogen Problems: Are you Using More Nitrogen Than You Need?

XtremeAg: Cutting The Curve Podcast

published about a year ago

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XtremeAg: Cutting The Curve Podcast

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In this episode of Cutting The Curve , the XtremeAg team takes on the challenge of how to grow wheat for just $30 per acre—without giving up yield or quality. Hosted by Damien Mason, the discussion features AgroLiquid’s Stephanie Zelinko and Gabe Saxon, along with farmers Kelly Garrett, Temple Rhodes, and Johnny Verell. Their goal? Reach 120-bushel yields while maximizing efficiency. You'll hear how these growers used late-season foliar feeding, nutrient balance, and targeted nitrogen management to enhance both grain fill and protein—while staying under budget. Kelly Garrett shares a standout result: wheat tested at sub-0.4% vomitoxin, compared to widespread 2%+ levels in the region. This episode is packed with takeaways for growers facing input cost pressures and market volatility. If you're serious about increasing ROI and grow big wheat yields efficiently, this one’s a must-listen.…

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Farming Podcast | Is Agriculture Cool? | XtremeAg 26:02

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Farming Podcast | Nitrogen Reduction & Pop Trials | XtremeAg 26:10

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Farming Podcast | Wet Spring Crop Management Strategies 33:33

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